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Jun 04, 2025•6 min
The Bettor Life
Come enjoy The Bettor Life. Life as a gambler is unique and fun. This podcast will talk to professional bettors and recreational gamblers alike about poker, table games, sports betting, slots, and other games of chance. Hosted by Timothy Lawson.
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Episodes
231: Not The Finale (Part Three)
My bettor half joins me to put a bow on 2024 and the current iteration of The Bettor Life.
Dec 27, 2024•1 hr 30 min
230: Not the Finale (Part Two)
Part two of the "not the finale" series features Vegas Duffy of Crap Vegas! We talk Vegas, tables games, casino hosts, and Super Bowls.
Dec 12, 2024•1 hr 39 min
229: Not The Finale (Part One)
The long-awaited "final episode" is here. The only thing is: it won't be the final episode. I'm joined by Captain Jack to talk the current state and future of sports betting, followed by Mark DeVol who reflected on 2024 from a gambling perspective. Also, a Bettor Viewing segment with Mark!
Dec 04, 2024•1 hr 44 min
228: Greetings from Surf City
I've been talking about this episode for about six months. There is a long list of reasons why this has taken so long to release, but I'll save you from my excuses. Zack White (AKA @GambleBalls on X) is a professional bettor and brewery owner. When he's not watching his multi-screen setup in his home office, he co-owns the Salty Turtle Beer Company in Surf City, NC. Zack tells us about his journey as a gambler, his journey as a brewery owner, and how those two journeys coexist today. Use promo c...
Apr 30, 2024•1 hr 12 min
227: Biloxi and Black Hawk trip previews
Mississippi Rob opens the episode to help me go over the agenda for Biloxi in May. Then, Thomas Slade and his partner Melissa tell us about the Colorado trip in June. Use promo code "YOELEVEN" for 11% off at The Bettor Life online shop: www.bettormerch.com Want to launch your own podcast? Use promo code "BETTOR" at sign up for 2 months free when you sign up for a plan at Libsyn, my
Apr 18, 2024•1 hr 20 min
226: March Madness
Another monologue for you to snack on. I talk about each way I am enjoying March Madness - from survivor pools to open slot parlays. I also answer a handful of questions from listeners focused on my experience at the casino and in Vegas. Use promo code "YOELEVEN" for 11% off at The Bettor Life online shop: www.bettormerch.com Want to launch your own podcast? Use promo code "BETTOR" at sign up for 2 months free when you sign up for a plan at Libsyn, my...
Mar 21, 2024•36 min
225: Kiosk Games
A short monologue for you to snack on this week. I talk about casino kiosk games, targeting play for future offers, and how my play would change if my local casino was different. Use promo code "YOELEVEN" for 11% off at The Bettor Life online shop: www.bettormerch.com Want to launch your own podcast? Use promo code "BETTOR" at sign up for 2 months free when you sign up for a plan at Libsyn, my podcast hosting service of choice. https://signup.libsyn.com/?promo_code=BETTOR Please, take a moment t...
Mar 11, 2024•22 min
224: Vinny Chenz on Fontainebleau Las Vegas
Vinny Chenz makes his return to The Bettor Life to talk about his visit to Vegas' new property: Fontainebleau. Use promo code "YOELEVEN" for 11% off at The Bettor Life online shop: www.bettormerch.com Want to launch your own podcast? Use promo code "BETTOR" at sign up for 2 months free when you sign up for a plan at Libsyn, my podcast hosting service of choice. https://signup.libsyn.com/?promo_code=BETTOR Please, take a moment to leave us a rating and review in your podcast app of choice like iT...
Feb 29, 2024•1 hr 27 min
223: Ed Feng
Ed Feng has a Stanford PhD and is the mastermind behind The Power Rank. Ed explains how analytics led to sports betting, how he dabbles at the blackjack table, his feelings on networking at BetBash, and the ever-present need to feel "alive" and how betting can feed that. Use promo code "YOELEVEN" for 11% off at The Bettor Life online shop: www.bettormerch.com Want to launch your own podcast? Use promo code "BETTOR" at sign up for 2 months free when you sign up for a plan at Libsyn, my podcast ho...
Feb 06, 2024•1 hr 17 min
222: 2023 Recap and 2024 Look Ahead with Mark DeVol
I try to do this each year: look back at the year that has passed and look ahead to the year anew. Mark and I review our gambling in 2023 and discuss where we might go in 2024. Use promo code "YOELEVEN" for 11% off at The Bettor Life online shop: www.bettormerch.com Want to launch your own podcast? Use promo code "BETTOR" at sign up for 2 months free when you sign up for a plan at Libsyn, my podcast hosting service of choice. https://signup.libsyn.com/?promo_code=BETTOR Please, take a moment to ...
Jan 23, 2024•44 min
221: Ed Miller
Ed Miller, author of The Logic of Sports Betting and Interception, shares his life of poker, sports betting, and writing. Use promo code "YOELEVEN" for 11% off at The Bettor Life online shop: www.bettormerch.com Want to launch your own podcast? Use promo code "BETTOR" at sign up for 2 months free when you sign up for a plan at Libsyn, my podcast hosting service of choice. https://signup.libsyn.com/?promo_code=BETTOR Please, take a moment to leave us a rating and review in your podcast app of cho...
Dec 19, 2023•1 hr 23 min
220: Happy Thanksgiving 2023
This week's episode if focused on gratitude. It's brief monologue on what I am thankful for plus a special appearance from our friends. Use promo code "YOELEVEN" for 11% off at The Bettor Life online shop: www.bettormerch.com Want to launch your own podcast? Use promo code "BETTOR" at sign up for 2 months free when you sign up for a plan at Libsyn, my podcast hosting service of choice. https://signup.libsyn.com/?promo_code=BETTOR Please, take a moment to leave us a rating and review in your podc...
Nov 23, 2023•20 min
219: San Diego Casinos + "Snatch" featuring Mark DeVol
This week's episode I talk with Mark DeVol from You Can Bet on That. First, we talk about our October tour of San Diego casinos. Then, we review the movie "Snatch" for Bettor Viewing. Enjoy! Use promo code "YOELEVEN" for 11% off at The Bettor Life online shop: www.bettormerch.com Want to launch your own podcast? Use promo code "BETTOR" at sign up for 2 months free when you sign up for a plan at Libsyn, my podcast hosting service of choice. https://signup.libsyn.com/?promo_code=BETTOR Please, tak...
Nov 14, 2023•1 hr 27 min
218: Back on the Horse featuring Eric Rosenthal
I want to get the ball rolling again so to get a step of momentum, I'm clipping part of the latest Bettor Life 2.0 episode. It's a good one! Use promo code "YOELEVEN" for 11% off at The Bettor Life online shop: www.bettormerch.com Want to launch your own podcast? Use promo code "BETTOR" at sign up for 2 months free when you sign up for a plan at Libsyn, my podcast hosting service of choice. https://signup.libsyn.com/?promo_code=BETTOR Please, take a moment to leave us a rating and review in your...
Nov 07, 2023•1 hr 6 min
217: Sergio AKA @VivaLasValue
Waking up the podcast feed with an episode featuring Sergio AKA @VivaLasValue. We talk about vices and the importance of discipline while gambling. Use promo code "YOELEVEN" for 11% off at The Bettor Life online shop: www.bettormerch.com Want to launch your own podcast? Use promo code "BETTOR" at sign up for 2 months free when you sign up for a plan at Libsyn, my podcast hosting service of choice. https://signup.libsyn.com/?promo_code=BETTOR Please, take a moment to leave us a rating and review ...
Oct 03, 2023•1 hr 33 min
216: Thomas Viola, Associate Director of Content at Unabated
Fresh off of Labor Day, we have Thomas Viola, content developer for Unabated. Tom shares his story of sports betting, sports broadcasting, getting to Vegas and learning how to gamble. Use promo code "YOELEVEN" for 11% off at The Bettor Life online shop: www.bettormerch.com Want to launch your own podcast? Use promo code "BETTOR" at sign up for 2 months free when you sign up for a plan at Libsyn, my podcast hosting service of choice. https://signup.libsyn.com/?promo_code=BETTOR Please, take a mom...
Sep 06, 2023•1 hr 10 min
215: Bet Bash recap w/ Eric Rosenthal + midyear review w/ Mark DeVol
First, I tell my Bettor Half all about my experiences at Bet Bash - including an 8-hour encounter with a Buffalo Diamond machine. Then, Mark DeVol from You Can Bet on That joins me to discuss our gambling year to date in 2023. Use promo code "YOELEVEN" for 11% off at The Bettor Life online shop: www.bettormerch.com Want to launch your own podcast? Use promo code "BETTOR" at sign up for 2 months free when you sign up for a plan at Libsyn, my podcast hosting service of choice. https://signup.libsy...
Aug 23, 2023•1 hr 43 min
214: Scott Stratten on tipping, social media, and short rib eggs benedict
Fan favorite and Vegas enthusiast Scott Stratten makes his return to The Bettor Life. Scott has a few things to say about tipping, social media, and some food options in Las Vegas including one of his favorites: short rib eggs benedict. Use promo code "YOELEVEN" for 11% off at The Bettor Life online shop: www.bettormerch.com Want to launch your own podcast? Use promo code "BETTOR" at sign up for 2 months free when you sign up for a plan at Libsyn, my podcast hosting service of choice. https://si...
Aug 07, 2023•1 hr 51 min
213: Spanky previews Bet Bash 3 at Circa in Las Vegas
Professional sports bettor Spanky makes his debut appearance on The Bettor Life to provide a snapshot of who he is as a bettor and to preview each event at Bet Bash 3 including the scavenger hunt in downtown Las Vegas, an interview with Billy Walters, and a panel that explores the fascinating world of gambling Twitter. Guest: @Spanky Show: @TheBettorLife Use promo code "YOELEVEN" for 11% off at The Bettor Life online shop: www.bettormerch.com Want to launch your own podcast? Use promo code "BETT...
Jul 24, 2023•45 min
212: Vinny Chenz plays multiple events at 2023 WSOP
Vinny Chenz, one half of the Seven Out podcast, recently went to Vegas to play in the WSOP. Vinny tells us about playing in several WSOP events, poker tells, Vegas, and podcasts. Guest: @SevenOutPod Show: @TheBettorLife Use promo code "YOELEVEN" for 11% off at The Bettor Life online shop: www.bettormerch.com Want to launch your own podcast? Use promo code "BETTOR" at sign up for 2 months free when you sign up for a plan at Libsyn, my podcast hosting service of choice. https://signup.libsyn.com/?...
Jul 17, 2023•1 hr 27 min
211: Jack Mullaney plays Event #7: $1,500 Limit Hold’em at the World Series of Poker
Jack Mullaney makes his triumph return to The Bettor Life to tell us about his annual trip to the World Series of Poker to play one event: $1,500 Limit Hold’em. Jack tells us all we need to know about the event and why this is his event of choice. Use promo code "YOELEVEN" for 11% off at The Bettor Life online shop: www.bettormerch.com Want to launch your own podcast? Use promo code "BETTOR" at sign up for 2 months free when you sign up for a plan at Libsyn, my podcast hosting service of choice....
Jul 04, 2023•1 hr 22 min
210: Community member @TwoWayHardEight
I always enjoy featuring members of our community and learning about who they are as gamblers. I met @TwoWayHardEight at Vegas Vacation in 2019. I've had the pleasure of gambling with him and enjoying different events in Vegas. David shares his affinity for Vegas, his thoughts on its evolution, and his favorite parts of casinos on the Vegas strip. Use promo code "YOELEVEN" for 11% off at The Bettor Life online shop: www.bettormerch.com Want to launch your own podcast? Use promo code "BETTOR" at ...
Jun 20, 2023•1 hr 21 min
209: Biloxi '23 recap with Mississippi Rob and Mark DeVol
Biloxi was a BLAST. Naturally, I invited a couple of my friends to join me for a trip report and review of our trip. I spoke with Mississippi Rob and Mark DeVol about how each of us spent our days, memorable - or not memorable - gambling sessions, and plans for the next trip. Enjoy! Use promo code "YOELEVEN" for 11% off at The Bettor Life online shop: www.bettormerch.com Want to launch your own podcast? Use promo code "BETTOR" at sign up for 2 months free when you sign up for a plan at Libsyn, m...
May 29, 2023•1 hr 31 min
208: Drew Dinsick reflects on The Kentucky Derby
Drew Dinsick was at Churchill Downs the week of the Kentucky Derby to cover the races through a betting lens. We learn about how this opportunity came about, his experience at the track while wearing a media credential, and his thoughts on betting media moving forward. Use promo code "YOELEVEN" for 11% off at The Bettor Life online shop: www.bettormerch.com Want to launch your own podcast? Use promo code "BETTOR" at sign up for 2 months free when you sign up for a plan at Libsyn, my podcast host...
May 17, 2023•1 hr 10 min
207: Biloxi 2023 preview featuring Mississippi Rob
Our Biloxi trip is just nine days away. Mississippi Rob - @MississippiRob4 on Twitter - joins me to preview the gambling town and the agenda for our meetup. Learn about logistics around Biloxi, the nine casinos available, and each opportunity you'll have to gamble, eat and drink with us. Use promo code "YOELEVEN" for 11% off at The Bettor Life online shop: www.bettormerch.com Want to launch your own podcast? Use promo code "BETTOR" at sign up for 2 months free when you sign up for a plan at Libs...
May 10, 2023•1 hr 15 min
206: Ryan AKA @RealJuicy of the Gambling With Good JuJu podcast
I asked for more gambling podcasts and I got what I asked for. Ryan and his buddies started the Gambling with Good JuJu podcast as part of their Good JuJu Betting Company brand. Ryan shares his journey of gambling from learning about poker in Westerns on TV to his newfound interest in craps. We also get an inside look at what inspired his new podcast. You can find Ryan @RealJuicy on Twitter. Use promo code "YOELEVEN" for 11% off at The Bettor Life online shop: www.bettormerch.com Want to launch ...
Apr 17, 2023•1 hr 31 min
205: William Hill - VSiN contributor and sports bettor
William Hill is a sports bettor and contributor at VSiN. Will chats with host Tim Lawson about seeing points spreads in the newspaper when he was a kid, the challenges of betting with different outs, parsing through constant flow of information, and balancing all of it to contribute his own thoughts on VSiN and the Gold Boys Network. Use promo code "YOELEVEN" for 11% off at The Bettor Life online shop: www.bettormerch.com Want to launch your own podcast? Use promo code "BETTOR" at sign up for 2 ...
Apr 04, 2023•1 hr 11 min
204: Origin Stories Volume 2
This episode features volume two of a set of answers to the question "what was your first exposure to gambling?" I pulled answers from episodes 11-28 featuring responses from Michael Trager, Preston Johnson, Michael Shackleford, Richard Munchkin, and Eric Rosenthal. Show: @TheBettorLife Use promo code "YOELEVEN" for 11% off at The Bettor Life online shop: www.bettormerch.com Want to launch your own podcast? Use promo code "BETTOR" at sign up for 2 months free when you sign up for a plan at Libsy...
Mar 29, 2023•50 min
203: Scott Stratten talks Vegas and casino customer service
Today, we talk with Vegas enthusiast Scott Stratten. Scott has been on The Bettor Life a few times, his last being three years ago just after the pandemic shutdown. Well, he's fresh off his first two trips since the pandemic and has thoughts on Vegas and casino customer experience. Use promo code "YOELEVEN" for 11% off at The Bettor Life online shop: www.bettormerch.com Want to launch your own podcast? Use promo code "BETTOR" at sign up for 2 months free when you sign up for a plan at Libsyn, my...
Mar 21, 2023•1 hr 43 min
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